Chicago Fed National Activity Index: June 2025

Thu, Jul 24, 2025 · 8:30 AM ET Next release · Sep 21, 8:30 AM ET
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The Chicago Fed National Activity Index (CFNAI) rose to -0.10 in June 2025 (from -0.16 in May), reflecting slightly improved activity, though still below trend.

  • The CFNAI-MA3 (3-month moving average) declined to -0.22 (May: -0.14), pointing to a slower trend in economic momentum.
  • The CFNAI Diffusion Index fell to -0.37 (May: -0.32), indicating broader weakness across indicators.
  • Production-related indicators improved slightly, contributing -0.01 (May: -0.06).
  • Sales, orders, and inventories contributed -0.04 (May: +0.01), and employment contributed -0.05 (May: -0.01).
  • Personal consumption and housing improved to -0.01 (May: -0.10).
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